Table 1 ASCOT-SCT4 attributes
Attribute | Definition |
|---|---|
Control over daily life | The respondent is able to choose what to do and when to do it, having control over daily life and activities |
Personal cleanliness and comfort | The respondent feels personally clean and comfortable and looks presentable. At best, is dressed and groomed in a way that reflects personal preferences |
Food and drink | The respondent feels that s/he has a nutritious, varied and culturally appropriate diet with enough food and drink, at regular and timely intervals, that he/she enjoys |
Personal safety | The respondent feels safe and secure. This means being free from fear of abuse, falling or other physical harm and fear of being attacked or robbed |
Social participation and involvement | The respondent feels content with his/her social situation, where social situation is taken to mean the sustenance of meaningful relationships with friends and family, and feeling involved or part of a community, should this be important to the service user |
Occupation | The respondent is sufficiently occupied in a range of meaningful activities whether it be formal employment, unpaid work, caring for others or leisure activities |
Accommodation cleanliness and comfort | The respondent feels that the home environment, including all rooms, is clean and comfortable |
Dignity | The psychological impact of the way support and care services are provided on the service user’s personal sense of significance and sense-of-self |